The Start of Ramadan 2026: Government Calls for Wisdom

The Indonesian government has officially declared the start of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah on February 19, 2026. Minister of Religion Nasaruddin emphasized the importance of approaching any potential differences in Ramadan observance this year with wisdom and tolerance. At his press conference at Hotel Borobudur, Jakarta, the minister stressed that diversity in celebration should not lead to discord among the population. Indonesia, he highlighted, has a rich history of living in harmony despite its differences.